Diversity & Equal Opportunity

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, education services, access to facilities and services. UTHealth, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, is committed to developing and implementing affirmative action strategies with respect to minority individuals, women, and Vietnam era veterans.

The Human Resources Department is responsible for carrying out this commitment to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. The EO staff prepares an annual Affirmative Action Plan and administers affirmative action programs to ensure compliance with federal and state statutory requirements.

An employee who has a complaint under this policy will need to contact a Human Resources EO staff for assistance. Any non-employee wishing to bring a complaint under this policy should also contact a Human Resources EO staff for advice and counsel.